
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Independence, OH from $600 (40 Rentals)
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Maple Highlands Apartments

Regency Apartments

Colony Club

7815 Jeffries Ave

Parma Park East & West - Seniors 55+

Garfield Club Apartments

Broadview Gardens Apartments
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Broadview Place

Maple Park

Garfield Villa Apartments

Bedford Green Apartments

Midtown Towers

8208 Vineyard Ave

Valley Plaza Apartments

4652 Warner Rd
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Creekside Apartments

The Vineyards

Slate Run

Rockside Place

Pleasant Valley Apartments

7127 Deveny Ave

4772 E 90th St
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8101 Grand Division Ave

6908 Polonia Ave

Weeping Cherry Village

Hummingbird Pointe & The Gardens

7918 Force Ave

8113 Garfield Blvd

Seneca Broadview

4930 E 108th St
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Reserves at 1150 / Parma

The Estates II Apartments

Vantage Pointe Apartments

4902 E 109th St

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Timbers Apartments

8517 Bancroft Ave

The Oaks at Margurite
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Independence, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Independence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Studio Apartments | $978 | $675 | $1,644 |
| Independence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $905 | $665 | $1,250 |
| Independence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $750 | $2,420 |
| Independence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $1,095 | $1,795 |
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Cheapest Available Independence Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Independence, OH is a Studio unit found at Valleyfield Apartments in the Walford neighborhood priced from $675. Maple Highlands Apartments in the Bedford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $680. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Independence apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valleyfield Apartments | 0 X 1 | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Maple Highlands Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
| Broadview Gardens Apartments | BG 1 BD Standard | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Colony Club | Camden | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Maple Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Garfield Villa Apartments | Studio Plus | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Midtown Towers | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Valley Plaza Apartments | Studio / 1 Bath HT FT | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Valley Park Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath MR | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Creekside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 31874 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence, OH and Nearby
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Independence area is the $1.26 price per square foot F Model at Regency Apartments in the in the Downtown Parma neighborhood starting from $1,415. The second greatest value Independence apartment is the 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Town Home Model at Reserves at 1150 / Parma starting at $1,579 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Downtown Parma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Independence apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Apartments | F | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Reserves at 1150 / Parma | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Town Home | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| Colony Club | Bexley | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| Seneca Broadview | Grayton | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Rockside Place | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Maple Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Creekside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 31874 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Midtown Towers | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Pleasant Valley Apartments | 1 BD Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Maple Highlands Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Independence Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Independence?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Independence is at Valleyfield Apartments listed at $675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Apartment is $680 at Maple Highlands Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Independence Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Independence is starting from $804 at Maple Highlands Apartments.
What is the most affordable Independence Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Independence Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Creekside Apartments and starts from $1,075.
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